tomato recipe

12 oz spaghetti or your favorite pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat) 4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling